1.With the increasing number of cross-border transactions involving Vietnam, the popularity of foreign arbitration has grown. In 2021, the number of disputes between Vietnamese and foreign parties submitted to the Singapore International Arbitration Center (SIAC) and the Vietnam International Arbitration Center (VIAC) were 55 and 49, respectively. A foreign party to a cross-border transaction tends to choose foreign arbitration to settle any arising dispute, which has shown to be more advantageous than courts or domestic arbitration in some respects, namely in terms of neutrality, procedural flexibility, and temporal efficiency. Moreover, the ability to select professional arbitrators with profound expertise and experience in the field of dispute influences this choice as well. The question is…To read the article, please see the PDF file
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Asia Newsletter (March 23, 2023)
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Clients value Isamu’s unique insight into the challenges and uncertainties that they face in a dynamic, growing region. In addition to his experience in Vietnam, he has practiced in Tokyo and various other Asian locations, including a secondment to an Indian law firm. He is known for leveraging his international experience and cultural insights into the local legal and commercial practices to resolve complex, cross-border legal issues in a timely manner, working closely with local counsel. He advises on investments at all stages, from inception to post-closing operations, as well as dispute resolution.